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(Patent) Amazon Patent a System for “Sentiment Detection” for Audio Input
[Tech]
2023/02/07 09:09
“Alexa, be my therapist”. As anyone in a relationship will tell you, it’s not just about what you say, but how you say it. Now Amazon wants Alexa to be the ideal partner.The company is looking to patent a system for “sentiment detection” for audio input. Essentially, Amazon wants to improve Alexa to the point where it can read the emotions in your voice, on top of what you’re saying. Acco...
(PDF) Mckinsey - Beyond Retail : Why Retailers Should Think ‘Services’ and ‘Ecosystems’
[Business]
2023/02/07 09:08
For retailers, service businesses represent a tremendous growth opportunity—and a way to start building ecosystems that satisfy more of consumers’ needs.The retailer of the future doesn’t just sell products on shelves—it offers services that affect many parts of consumers’ lives, from their healthcare and finances to their travel and entertainment choices. Indeed, today’s retailers would...
Innovative Sports Band Concept, 'JIP-UP' Lets You Carry a Tong Around for Plogging
[Design]
2023/02/07 09:07
The new year means new fitness goals for a lot of people. Since we’re in the second month of 2023, we probably have a lot of drops from those who chose exercising as their goal. We may have some latecomers who are still looking for the right kind of thing. If you want to lose some calories and save mother earth as well, you can try out this thing called plogging where you get to run or jog and...
Who's Vaulting Into The C-Suite? Trends Changed Fast in 2022
[Consumer]
2023/02/07 09:06
Does your company have a chief people officer? How about someone with a C-level title that oversees growth, revenue or diversity ? For the past few years, we at LinkedIn have been examining America’s hiring patterns for the C-suite: those elite jobs with “chief” in their titles and a guaranteed seat at the table where key decisions are made. Our latest analysis, which stretches from 2019 thr...
Acer Powers Productivity at Home with eKinekt Bike Desk
[Product]
2023/02/07 09:05
The eKinekt BD 3 could help you keep fit at work, while also using pedal power to charge mobile devices.Keeping fit while working from home can be a challenge. You could invest in an indoor training machine, but such things are not usually designed for working while exercising. Acer's upcoming eKinekt BD 3 is different, combining a mini desk and stationary bike that can charge devices while you...
IDIN Architects Uses Glass and Mirrors to Blend Bangkok Cafe Into Garden Site
[Design]
2023/02/07 09:04
Thai practice IDIN Architects has created a series of minimal, pavilion-like structures for Nana Coffee Roasters in Bangkok, which feature mirrored mosaic ceilings to reflect the surrounding gardens.Located in Bangkok's Bangna district, the project occupies an oasis-like site of dense greenery alongside a busy road.IDIN Architects were tasked with expanding an existing structure on the site, wh...
(Infographic) How a Gift Inspired a Creative Revolution
[Business]
2023/02/07 09:03
You never know what the kindness and generosity that a gift can take the direction of the world. Take the case of a simple gift of an Accutron wristwatch that sparked a creative revolution that lead to iconic buildings and sneakers.Infographic : https://bit.ly/3X4mbFH[nowsourcing]
2022 Global Smartphone Market Declined by 18%, Lowest Since 2013
[Business]
2023/02/06 09:10
Apple Regained No. 1 Rank with Highest-Ever Operating Profit Share of 85%The global smartphone market declined by 18% YoY to reach 304 million units in Q4 2022.Apple replaced Samsung as the top smartphone player in Q4 2022, driven by the recent launch of the iPhone 14 series.The 2022 global shipments declined by 12% to 1.2 billion units, the lowest since 2013.Global smartphone revenue declined...
(Patent) Google Filed A Patent Application for “Visual Recognition” Technology
[Tech]
2023/02/06 09:09
Have you ever found yourself hungry in an unfamiliar part of your city, or stopped somewhere new on a road trip looking for local landmarks? Google wants to point you in the right direction. The company filed a patent application for “visual recognition” technology that uses location data. Think of it as an “in-world” version of Google Maps: A person can take a photo of their surroundings,...
